1973 Honda Life vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 828 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Life | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Life | Sonata |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |